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The Opportunity
Shape Something Different.
This is your chance to make an impact as an Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer, joining a team that thrives on curiosity, connection, and collaboration.

This posting is an Expression of Interest-an open invitation to explore future opportunities as our mining practice continues to grow. If you're energized by solving complex technical problems, delivering meaningful outcomes, and advancing sustainable mining, you'll fit right in.
Your Impact

• Design and guide the construction of mine waste containment systems that protect communities and ecosystems.
• Lead geotechnical investigations, stability assessments, and field programs supporting safe mine operations.
• Develop long-term tailings, waste, and water management strategies aligned with environmental and regulatory expectations.
• Produce clear, data-driven technical deliverables, reports, and performance assessments.
• Support compliance with environmental, geotechnical, and safety regulations across project sites.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams-including geology, water resources, closure, and project delivery-to drive integrated solutions.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 5-7 years of experience in mine waste engineering, tailings, geotechnical, or related environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Geological Engineering; P.Eng. designation or eligibility.
• Working knowledge of tailings dam design guidelines, geotechnical best practices, and CSA/ICMM/GISTM frameworks.
• Ability to thrive in both office and field environments, including remote project sites in Canada or abroad.
• Strong technical writing skills and comfort translating complex data into clear recommendations.
• Adaptable, collaborative mindset with a commitment to safe and sustainable delivery.
  Preferred:
• Master's degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of permitting processes and environmental regulatory requirements.
• Experience contributing to project execution or guiding multidisciplinary teams.

Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
  #WeAreWSP

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800
MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $89,200 - $118,500

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose, impact, and the desire to shape something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you. Step into your next chapter-your future with WSP starts here.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .